Borui Xu
Shanghai
Summary
Results-driven Senior Executive with 10+ years of global leadership in financial advisory, strategy consulting, and cross-border M&A. Proven expertise in driving digital transformation, optimizing operational efficiency, and delivering double-digit growth for Fortune Global 500 clients and multi-billion-dollar enterprises. Track record of leading cross-functional teams across Europe, APAC, and China, with deep insights into automotive, healthcare, and high-tech industries. Fluent in German, Chinese, and English, with a dual cultural mindset spanning Western and Chinese business landscapes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Director & Project Manager
Industrie Consult International M&A GmbH
07.2023 - Current
- Lead cross-functional teams of 5–10 consultants to deliver 20–35% improvements in client KPIs (e.g., revenue growth, operational efficiency) across automotive, pharma, and financial services sectors.
- Orchestrate end-to-end project lifecycles, from board-level investment proposal development to post-merger integration, ensuring alignment with client strategic objectives.
- Cultivate long-term partnerships with C-suite stakeholders, designing bespoke solutions for business expansion (e.g., market entry strategies, compliance upgrades).
- Spearhead junior talent development programs, reducing onboarding time by 40% and improving project delivery quality by 30%.
Senior Consultant
Deloitte Financial Advisory
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Directed multi-disciplinary teams for Fortune Global 500 clients, achieving 100% on-time delivery of high-stakes projects (e.g., €190B healthcare conglomerate’s EMEA-APAC compliance framework).
- Led digital transformation for a Tier 1 automotive client, driving 50% operational efficiency gains and launching 3 new revenue streams via process automation and data analytics.
- Conducted advanced financial modeling and due diligence to unlock $200M+ value creation in cross-border M&A transactions.
- Mentored 15+ junior consultants, enhancing team proficiency in risk management and client engagement.
Investment Consultant
Jilin Jitong Automobile Components Co. Ltd.
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Spearheaded strategic investments in the automotive supply chain, advising on €50M+ cross-border deals between China and EU.
- Developed risk allocation frameworks and exit strategies for automotive assets, mitigating exposure to market volatility during industry-wide EV transition.
- Hosted government delegations and automotive industry leaders, facilitating partnerships that generated ¥300M in new contracts.
Investment Consultant & PA to Chairman
European Real Estate Company (EREC)
02.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed cross-regional investor relations (Europe & APAC), scaling EREC’s real estate fund to £50M AUM and 500+ student housing units within 18 months.
- Conducted buy-side due diligence for £20M+ portfolios, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and client risk appetites.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Digital Transformation, Private Equity, Cross-Cultural Strategy
Peking University, Guanghua School of Management
09.2017 - 01.2020
BSc - Business and Economy of Contemporary China
University of Nottingham
09.2012 - 06.2015
Skills
Software Skills
- CRM
- Python
- Power BI
- R
- Tableau
- MS-Office
Language Skills
- German Native
- Chinese Native
- English Native
Competence Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Project Management
- Problem-Solving
- Client Relationship
- Business Acumen
- International Relations
- Strategic Planning
- CFA Level II Candidate, PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner (2023)
Soft Skills
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Teamwork
- Emotional Intelligence
Leadership Impact Highlights
- Strategic Turnaround: Rescued a €500M automotive client from 15% revenue decline via EV supply chain pivot, achieving 25% ROI in 12 months.
- Digital Innovation: Deployed AI-driven analytics to streamline compliance processes for a healthcare client, reducing audit cycles by 60%.
- Team Excellence: Built high-performing teams that won 'Best Project Delivery' awards at Deloitte (2021, 2022).
Awards
- Peking University Academic Excellence Award (2018)
- Deloitte Global Excellence Award for Digital Transformation Leadership (2022)
- EREC Top Performer Award for Cross-Border Investment Strategy (2017)
Timeline
Associate Director & Project Manager
Industrie Consult International M&A GmbH
07.2023 - Current
Senior Consultant
Deloitte Financial Advisory
12.2020 - 06.2023
Investment Consultant
Jilin Jitong Automobile Components Co. Ltd.
10.2018 - 11.2020
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Digital Transformation, Private Equity, Cross-Cultural Strategy
Peking University, Guanghua School of Management
09.2017 - 01.2020
Investment Consultant & PA to Chairman
European Real Estate Company (EREC)
02.2016 - 12.2017
BSc - Business and Economy of Contemporary China
University of Nottingham
09.2012 - 06.2015
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